Seattle,
WA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Astronomy in Seattle United States | University of Washington
University of Washington
|
Seattle United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
31,707
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The astronomy graduate program focuses on educating and guiding students toward successful careers in astronomical research, teaching, or related STEM disciplines. Specifically, the program strives to develop PhD graduates who possess comprehensive astronomical knowledge, strong communication abilities, and hands-on experience with innovative research. Students acquire this broad astronomical foundation through a complete graduate curriculum encompassing all key astrophysics research areas (detailed below). Typically, during their initial two years, students' quarterly schedules consist of: one core graduate astronomy course paired with an elective astronomy course forming a structured sequence, an additional course in a complementary field (such as astrobiology, physics, statistics, or computer science) and/or research supervised by faculty, along with regular attendance at astronomy colloquia, seminars, and journal club meetings.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Most entering students have a bachelor's degree in physics. Entering students are not required to have a background in astronomy, although some knowledge of general astronomy is expected of those to whom a teaching assistantship is offered. Interested undergraduates are urged to concentrate on preparation in physics and mathematics before entering.
English Proficiency:
The Graduate School is temporarily accepting official test scores for both the Duolingo English Test and the TOEFL ITP Plus For China to assist international students with remote testing options. This policy is currently in effect through the autumn 2021 admission cycle (i.e., students enrolling in autumn 2021).
TOEFL iBT - Minimum Required Score (ELP Required): 80; Recommended Score (ELP Satisfied): 92 or higher
TOEFL pBT - Minimum Required Score: 500
Duolingo: Minimum Required Score (ELP Required): 105; Recommended Score (ELP Satisfied): 120 or higher
IELTS: Minimum Required Score 6.5
Tuition
USD
31,707